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Elk Bend Recreation Site
BLMBureau of Land Management — Salem · Oregon · Nestucca River Recreation Area
| Agency | BLMBureau of Land Management |
|---|---|
| Area | Nestucca River Recreation Area |
| Location | Salem · Oregon · Nestucca River Recreation Area · 45.28287, -123.54032 · Map |
| Sites | 1 public sites counted from the federal listing — 1 group standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 1 sites Water hookups at 0 of 1 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 1 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 1 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Campground fee of $75 per night up to 25 people. Each additional person is $2.50 per night. Additional service fees apply and are non-refundable. |
| Check-in / out | In 02:00 PM · Out 01:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 1 sites, as reported |
| Phone | 503-375-5646 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-03-11.
From the official listing
Overview Want to camp?
Camping season is generally May-September, with Alder Glen and Elk Bend remaining open through the weekend following General Western Oregon Coast 2nd Season for elk. During months with reduced sunlight, potable water may be turned off. Be prepared to bring your own wash and drinking water.
Reserve a site at one of our four campgrounds on recreation.gov or pay when you arrive for non-reserved campsites using the Recreation.gov Mobile App . You must download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the drainage.
A place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the electronic age. Elk Bend is the Bureau of Land Management’s group campground within the Nestucca River Recreation Area. The campground sits along the Nestucca River National Back Country Byway and newly designated Nestucca Wild and Scenic River . The Byway takes travelers on a slow, leisurely route that winds through Oregon's Coast Range. The Nestucca River is renowned for fishing opportunities and beauty.
Recreation A small group campground offering 5 individual campsites in the Oregon Coast Range.
Facilities Each campsite contains a picnic table and fire ring. A centralized paved parking area is centralized up on the Nestucca Back Country Byway. There is one vault toilet and seasonal potable drinking water.
Natural Features Nestucca Wild and Scenic River
Nearby Attractions The Nestucca Off-Highway Vehicle Area is located in the Nestucca Backcountry Byway, and includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. Oregon ATV permits required .
Charges & Cancellations Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.
Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.
Directions, from the listing
From Coastal Hwy 101 at Beaver: Turn right onto Blaine Road. Drive 7 miles to reach the Nestucca Byway.
From Willamina: Take Willamina Creek Road, to Coast Creek Road, to Gilbert Creek Road, to Bald Mountain Access Road , to Bible Creek Road to the Nestucca Byway.
From Carlton: Take Meadow Lake Road west 12 miles, continue onto the Nestucca Byway.
Nearest federal campgrounds
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4 mi straight-line · Salem OregonFSU.S. Forest ServiceRocky Bend Group Campground
4 mi straight-line · HEBO OregonFSU.S. Forest ServiceHebo Lake Campground
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Trip Card — Elk Bend Recreation Site
Salem · Oregon · Nestucca River Recreation Area
| Agency | BLM · Bureau of Land Management |
|---|---|
| Location | Salem · Oregon · Nestucca River Recreation Area |
| Fees | Campground fee of $75 per night up to 25 people. Each additional person is $2.50 per night. Additional service fees apply and are non-refundable. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 1 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/262764 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.